Signature Events - Marina Arts District in Corpus Christi, TX

ArtWalk

Downtown comes alive. On the first Friday of every month you’ll find artists, musicians and all things creative converge on the Marina Arts District. Shop for local arts and crafts, see art exhibits in galleries and pop-ups and then have a drink or dine in one of our mouth watering restaurants. Enjoy the talents of your neighbors or showcase your own as you revel in the sights and sounds of Corpus Christi’s creative community.

BridgeWalk

Wake up and lace up because on the Sunday following the First Friday ArtWalk every month locals and visitors have created somewhat of a morning ritual. Good for the body and good for the soul, There is a definite sense of achievement after you trek across Corpus Christi’s famed Harbor Bridge. Take in panoramic views of Corpus Christi Bay, Downtown, USS Lexington and Texas State Aquarium. Feel the salt air against your face and you’ll be hooked. View the city as never before at our monthly BridgeWalk.Learn More about Bridge Walk

Dine Downtown

This event takes place every January! Â Watch for event details on our social media accounts all under Marina Arts District. Enjoy Downtown restaurants, some of Corpus Christiâ€™s best, as they offer unique, three course value-priced menus for one week every year. Once you have dined perhaps you will want to shop! Take your Dine Downtown Restaurant receipt to participating retail shops and galleries to receive a discount! Donâ€™t go home yet! Now that you have dined and maybe shopped why rush home? Take it easy! Take advantage of special hotel overnight packages and discounts.

Masterpiece in a Day

Make art. Be art. Buy art. Scuplt, paint, draw, sing, or write poems? However you choose to express yourself, you could win prizes. Participating is easy. Just bring your own art supplies, create something, turn it in by the deadline and see who the judges think was the most creative. Plus, enjoy art exhibitions, a parade and so much more. Downtown becomes the canvas and you become the artist as the community comes together to create a masterpiece in day.

Dia de los Muertos

The Dia de los Muertos celebration has gone on for centuries in Mexico. By presenting the Dia de los Muertos festival in Corpus Christi we provide educational programming about our cultural diversity and an opportunity for each of us to learn about this rich cultural tradition of Mexico. We hope to create a connection to our past, as well as honoring loved ones who have passed away. Recognized as one of the top 10 festivals of its kind in the US by MSN, the event has grown to almost 70,000+ in attendance.Learn More about Day of the Dead Festival

Farmers’ Market

Handpick an original at our weekly Farmers’ Market. Every Wednesday from 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. at the Corpus Christi Art Center, find fresh veggies, produce, and locally raised beef and chicken, as well as handmade soaps and other essentials. Grown or made by local and regional farmers and artisans. Â This is art in its most natural form. Come enjoy live folk music and coffee as you peruse the plentiful selection of goods from you neighbors.

St. Pattyâ€™s Day Block Festival

Guzzle some green beer and dance a few Irish jigs. You won’t find a better place to celebrate St. Patty’s Day then in the Marina Arts District. This annual festival has broken attendance records every year since its inception. Hosted by Cassidy’s Irish Pub, this all day festival features live Celtic music, food vendors and plenty of camaraderie. Plus, find out who will be the next Irishman or Irishwoman of the year. Mark your calendar every year for March 17 and make plans to be in the Marina Arts District.

Wednesday Night Regatta

Our Wednesday evening sailing regattas happen 52 weeks out of the year. The longest running weekly sailing regatta in the United States, you’ll find everything from novices to nautical know-it-alls. The sails are a great compliment to the already spectacular sunsets served up daily at the marina. Join a group or just watch them launch their crafts from the bleachers at the Lawrence Street T-Head park.